BobMGT@aol.com wrote:
>
> Got my 71 (chrome bumper) B in the shop for some work. The mechanic said my
> rear springs are a little weak. I said go ahead and put new ones on. We got
> to talking
> and I mentioned that I planned on taking a trip to Florida with my brother
> (about a 1K trip from here). He recommended using GT springs with two hefty
> men plus luggage. I also have a high curb at the end of my driveway, and I
> thought the extra inch or so
> might help. (The muffer has scrapped on occasion.)
>
> Has anybody tried this? He assured me that it's not a drastic change.
> Opinions?
>
> Bob Donahue (Still stuck in the '50s)
> EMAIL - BOBMGT@AOL.COM
> 52 MGTD - under DIY restoration NEMGTR #11470
> 71 MGB - finally home after 2 years in shop, AMGBA #96-12029
I had very good results with rubber bumper roadster springs on a chrome
roadster,
they are harder to cope with the extra weight. As well as slightly increased
ride
height at the rear allowing the wheels (wire conversions) to clear the arches,
roll
and dive is also greatly reduced.
PaulH.
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